Transitional Living Assistant - Flex

Milton Hershey School; East Petersburg (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated Flex Transitional Living Assistants to support high school seniors in developing essential life skills. This year-round position offers a unique opportunity to mentor students from disadvantaged backgrounds, guiding them towards success in post-secondary education, the military, or the workforce. The role involves living on campus, providing supervision, and facilitating recreational activities. With a competitive salary and benefits package, including housing and relocation assistance, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in young lives.

Benefits

Housing Provided

Utilities Included

Relocation Assistance

Health Benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required with experience in youth residential settings.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise high school seniors and mentor them in life skills.
• Create and oversee recreational activities on evenings and weekends.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership Skills

Conflict Management

Organizational Skills

Life Skills Training

Mentoring Experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Applications

Google Applications

Social Media

Job description

Description:

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is a top-notch home and school where 2,000 pre-K through 12th grade students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided an extraordinary, cost-free, career-focused education. This is made possible by the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey, who established the school in 1909 and ensured it was fully endowed. Thanks to that foresight, the school has almost 12,000 graduates and is expanding to serve more students.

MHS is hiring Flex Transitional Living Assistants (FTLA) to live with and supervise high school seniors in campus residence buildings in Hershey, PA. FTLA’s mentor MHS seniors to ensure they develop the life skills necessary for success post-graduation—whether entering post-secondary education, the military, or the workforce. FTLA's role includes modeling life skills and teaching self-responsibility, goal setting, planning & prioritization, time management, personal finance, and interpersonal skills—including appropriate dating behavior and managing peer pressure.

Additional responsibilities include creating and supervising evening & weekend recreational activities, accompanying students to Sunday chapel services, and collaborating with staff to evaluate and enhance the program. FTLA’s also provide coverage in students' homes as needed.

This is a year-round position with a schedule of 9 consecutive days on, followed by 3 days off. Compensation includes a minimum annual salary of $48,799 plus a benefits package. Housing & utilities are provided. Up to $2,800 in relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Valid driver's license in good standing and ability to become certified to drive a 9-passenger van.
• Experience working in youth residential settings is a plus.
• Experience mentoring, teaching, or advising diverse youth from underserved backgrounds is desired.
• Success in developing and delivering life skills training is a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills are required, including conflict management and inspiring others.
• High organizational skills and flexibility are necessary.
• Computer skills including Microsoft & Google applications, internet, and social media.
• This is a live-in position. Only married spouses may reside in the apartment, and overnight guests must be pre-approved. No pets, smoking, weapons, or alcohol while on duty.
• Candidates should demonstrate high integrity, as staff serve as role models for students.